Professional Summary
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Work History
Education
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Military
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Matthew Pearson

District 155
Woodstock,IL
11
years of professional experience

Dedicated Maintenance Lead with 10+ years of experience overseeing facility maintenance, preventive maintenance programs, and building operations across educational, commercial, construction, and residential environments. Proven ability to troubleshoot HVAC, plumbing, electrical, carpentry, and mechanical systems while prioritizing work orders, coordinating repairs, and maintaining safe, efficient facilities. Recognized for exceptional problem-solving, reliability, and a strong commitment to quality workmanship and customer service.

Work History

Maintenance Lead Facilities Operations

1 Year 9 Months
Alexander Leigh Center for Autism | 11.2024 - Current

• Lead daily maintenance operations for a multi-building educational and therapeutic facility.

• Assign, prioritize, and complete maintenance work orders while ensuring timely completion.

• Perform preventive maintenance to minimize equipment failures and facility downtime.

• Troubleshoot and repair plumbing, electrical, carpentry, HVAC, and general building systems.

• Coordinate repairs with outside vendors and contractors when specialized services are required.

• Conduct routine facility inspections to identify safety concerns and maintenance needs.

• Maintain compliance with health, safety, and building regulations to provide a safe environment for staff and students.

• Manage inventory of maintenance supplies, equipment, and repair materials.

• Assist with facility improvements, renovations, classroom setup, furniture installation, and emergency maintenance.

Maintenance Technician

3 Years
District 155 | 08.2023 - Current
  • Conducted regular inspections of equipment to promptly identify issues that could cause machinery malfunctions.
  • Safely and effectively handled wide range of cleaning products and solutions.
  • Quickly responded to internal service calls regarding malfunctioning equipment and completed repairs.
  • Worked with building managers to assess ongoing needs and plan preventive maintenance and cleaning schedules.
  • Maintained restroom functionality by repairing leaking faucets, clogged toilets, and other equipment.

Owner of Matt’s Handyman Services

6 Years 3 Months
05.2020 - Current
  • Handyman services including Installing floors, bathroom remodeling, building decks, moving furniture, carpentry, fixing appliances, various other tasks as needed.

Lead Maintenance Operator

5 Months
Smeja Enterprises | 02.2023 - 07.2023
  • Inspected products and machines to maintain quality and efficiency.
  • Increased overall product quality through meticulous attention to detail during operation processes.
  • Maintained organized work area by cleaning and removing hazards.
  • Maintained knowledge of industry policies and procedures to set up and operate equipment safely.
  • Used problem-solving and issue-resolution skills to promptly and successfully address production problems.

Maintenance Technician

10 Months
Mr. Handyman | 06.2022 - 04.2023
  • Working on plumbing, HVAC, electrical, carpentry, fixing company equipment or appliances, organizing and assisting in moving heavy furniture, instillation of cabinets, windows, doors, locks flooring, painting, various other tasks upon request and ensuring customer satisfaction while maintaining a safe environment.

Commercial 24 Construction & Remodeling

5 Years 1 Month
05.2015 - 06.2020
  • Job duties covered a large range of work including; construction, electrical, plumbing, painting, basic HVAC maintenance various other tasks by customer request.

Education

Associate of Science - Business

McHenry County College | Crystal Lake, IL | 03-2025

Skills

• Maintenance Leadership
• Facility Operations
• Preventive Maintenance
• Work Order Management
• Electrical Troubleshooting
• Plumbing Systems
• Basic HVAC Maintenance
• Carpentry & Finish Work
• Drywall Repair & Painting
• Remodeling & Construction
• Equipment Repair
• Flooring Installation
• Cabinet
Door & Window Installation
• Inventory & Supply Management
• Vendor Coordination
• Facility Inspections
• OSHA Safety Practices
• Heavy Equipment Operation
• Forklift Operation
• Customer Service & Problem Solving

Accomplishments

    Phi Theta Kappa Honor Society

Military

Senior Airman (E-4), United States Air Force (2009-2013)

Timeline

Maintenance Lead Facilities Operations

Alexander Leigh Center for Autism
11.2024 - CurrentRead More

Maintenance Technician

District 155
08.2023 - CurrentRead More

Lead Maintenance Operator

Smeja Enterprises
02.2023 - 07.2023Read More

Maintenance Technician

Mr. Handyman
06.2022 - 04.2023Read More

Owner of Matt’s Handyman Services

05.2020 - CurrentRead More

Commercial 24 Construction & Remodeling

05.2015 - 06.2020Read More

McHenry County College

Associate of Science from Business
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Matthew Pearson